This article is part of CNN Underscored’s Guide to Coffee, a two-week focus on everything coffee, from the best methods for brewing it to the best machines to do so and the accessories and gear you ...

We asked coffee experts and barista trainers to tell us the secrets behind the perfect espresso shot, and then tested the machines you can use at home to make them Written By Written by Contributor, ...

In simple terms, a semi-automatic espresso machine has an electronic button or switch that the barista (or home barista) uses to start and stop the espresso shot. It’s a relatively user-friendly, cost ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. There's nothing quite like starting your day with a warm cup of coffee, particularly when it's an espresso. Its aroma, flavor, and pick-me-up ...

Is there such a thing as the best budget espresso machine? If you’re an espresso aficionado, you’re probably thinking you don’t just need good beans; you need quality tools, such as the best espresso ...